How To Fix /CWM/MD007 - Alternative parallel unit of measure cannot be the base unit of measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /CWM/MD -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Alternative parallel unit of measure cannot be the base unit of measure

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /CWM/MD007 - Alternative parallel unit of measure cannot be the base unit of measure ?

  The SAP error message /CWM/MD007 Alternative parallel unit of measure cannot be the base unit of measure typically occurs in the context of Material Management (MM) or Warehouse Management (WM) when there is an issue with the configuration of units of measure for a material.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the system detects that the alternative unit of measure (UoM) defined for a material is set to the same value as the base unit of measure. In SAP, each material can have a base unit of measure and alternative units of measure. The base unit of measure is the primary unit used for inventory management, while alternative units of measure are used for different contexts (e.g., sales, purchasing).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and correct the unit of measure settings for the affected material. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access Material Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction code MM02 (Change Material) or MM03 (Display Material).
  Enter the material number that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Check Units of Measure:
  
  Navigate to the "Basic Data" or "Purchasing" view (depending on where the error is occurring).
  Look for the "Units of Measure" section.
  
  
  
  Review Base and Alternative Units:
  
  Ensure that the alternative unit of measure is not the same as the base unit of measure. If it is, you will need to change the alternative unit of measure to a different value that is distinct from the base unit.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the material master.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  Try to perform the action that previously triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unit of Measure Configuration: Ensure that your unit of measure settings are correctly configured in the system. This includes defining the base unit of measure and any alternative units of measure in the material master.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing units of measure in the material master.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the material master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.